1960 DKW Junior vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1987 Toyota Celica is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 DKW Junior would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Celica weights approximately 650 kg more than 1960 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Toyota Celica (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | Junior | Celica |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 50 L |
